26991 Drainage of pelvis bursa
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: hip bursa drainage, bursal drainage hip, incision and drainage bursa
Surgical incision and drainage of bursa in the hip or pelvic region with appropriate decompression of the bursal sac.
Clinical Context
Indicated for infected or inflamed bursae in the hip region including ischiogluteal or trochanteric bursa inflammation requiring drainage.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.88 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 14.01 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.41 |
| Total RVU | 22.30 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$744.82
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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